Conformity Assessment Roadmap
A step-by-step guide through the complete conformity assessment process for high-risk AI systems. Covers when assessment is required, the different routes (internal vs. third-party), all 10 steps from classification to post-market monitoring, timeline planning, and key article references.
What's included
- 10 detailed steps from classification to monitoring
- 3 assessment routes explained (internal, third-party, product)
- Timeline planning template with milestones
- Key articles reference table (20 articles)
- Progress tracker with project management fields
- Harmonized standards guidance (Article 40)
- EU database registration process (Article 49)
- Post-market monitoring setup (Article 72)

Expert behind this page
Zahed Ashkara
Lawyer, Certified AI Compliance Officer, EU AI Act expert and AI governance consultant
This template connects to EU AI Act readiness, AI governance and practical evidence. Read the context behind the guidance and the relevant expert pages.
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